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May 2021

The risks in hunting for higher returns

By Tony Kaye, Senior Personal Finance Writer, Vanguard Australia How much investment risk are you willing to take? If you’ve…

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Keeping your cool in a hot market

After reeling from the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020, property values throughout Australia have strongly rebounded, rising at their…

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Salary packaging

Salary packaging is when you and your employer ‘package’ your salary into income and benefits. It’s also known as salary…

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Hedge funds

Hedge funds use investment strategies that are more complex than other managed funds. Many aim for positive or less volatile…

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How To Avoid Extra Home Loan Fees

Exit and early termination fees can put the brakes on plans to sell, to refinance, and to renovate or purchase …

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Asset allocations still hold the key

By Robin Bowerman, Head of Corporate Affairs, Vanguard Australia Owning a home has for decades now been a prerequisite to…

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Recent stories

Asset Classes Explained

Investing is the act of buying assets with the expectation of them increasing in value over time or providing income.…

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First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) – A Basic Guide

Embarking on the journey to your first home is an adventure filled with excitement, anticipation, and a fair share of…

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8 Biggest Retirement Planning Mistakes To Avoid

Retirement planning is a crucial phase in life, yet many individuals inadvertently make mistakes that can jeopardise their financial stability…

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UGC MONTHLY MARKET UPDATE | NOVEMBER 2023

Welcome to the UGC’s Monthly Market Update for November 2023. Join UGC’s CEO & Chief Investment Officer, Joel Hewish, as…

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Diversification: Your Guide To Smart Investing

Diversification is a crucial strategy in the investment world, aimed at reducing risk and achieving steadier returns. This approach involves…

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